Detached house for sale in Darsham, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17

Occupying a substantial plot in the picturesque village of Darsham, lies this exceptional four bedroom detached house that provides ample versatile living accommodation and offers breathtaking uninterrupted field views from the rear. This magnificent family home dates back to the mid to late 1930’s, has been extended and much improved over the years, and provides a great entertaining space both inside and out. The garden wraps around the property and the rear garden has an extensive patio area which has a brick-built pizza oven making this an excellent alfresco dining space; within the grounds is a detached double garage with studio above, and an additional detached outbuilding which is fully insulated. Electric double gates open onto a sweeping driveway providing ample off-road parking and the property benefits from an ev charger point which will remain, oil fired central heating, and triple glazing has been installed within the last couple of years throughout the majority of the house.

As agents, we recommend the earliest possible viewing to fully appreciate the setting and views together with the quality of accommodation on offer which comprises grand entrance hallway; ground floor cloakroom; 21ft sitting room with bi-fold doors; second generous reception room; 27ft open plan kitchen / breakfast / family room with bi-fold doors; boot room / utility; first floor landing; family bathroom; shower room; and four good size double bedrooms including a stunning master suite consisting of large bedroom, dressing area and en-suite shower room.

The pretty village of Darsham is conveniently located between Ipswich and Lowestoft astride the A12 commuter trunk road and is a mixed community with six farms. The village houses a petrol station which has a café and well-stocked shop, farm shop with café, public house, and bakers with a bakery school attached. The Darsham railway station is on the Ipswich to Lowestoft line which offers direct rail links into London Liverpool Street Station and there is a bus service into Saxmundham and Leiston with another service on the Southwold- Halesworth-Aldeburgh route. Darsham is close to the historic town of Southwold on the picturesque Heritage Coast which offers a wide range of leisure facilities, shops and the award winning pier. The area is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers an abundance of country and coastal walks.

Council tax band: F
EPC Rating: E

Outside - Front

Electric double gates open onto a sweeping single driveway providing ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles; the garden is laid to lawn with established borders and is enclosed by panel fencing; and a replacement double glazed front door opens into:

Entrance Hall

Triple glazed window to the front aspect, double glazed window to the boot room / utility, engineered oak flooring, radiator, inset spotlights, stairs to the first floor, and doors to:

Cloakroom

Two piece suite comprising low-level WC and pedestal hand wash basin, heated towel rail, inset spotlights, extractor fan, and double glazed window to the boot room / utility.

Sitting Room (6.48m x 4.75m)

Triple glazed bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden providing stunning uninterrupted field views, triple glazed window to the front aspect, and engineered oak flooring with underfloor heating.

Second Reception (4.8m x 3.8m)

Double glazed bay window to the front aspect, radiator, engineered oak flooring, and telephone and broadband points.

Kitchen / Breakfast / Family Room (8.5m x 5.44m)

This magnificent open plan room forms the hub of the home with triple glazed bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden providing stunning uninterrupted field views, triple glazed windows to the front and side aspects, radiator. The kitchen area is fitted with an extensive range of matching eye and base level units with roll edge work surfaces; one and a half bowl ceramic sink and drainer unit; integrated dishwasher, fridge freezer and bin storage; space for a Rangemaster style cooker with splash back and built-in extractor hood over; inset spotlights; and centre island with oak work surface, built-in drawers, integrated wine fridge and wine rack, and radiator.

Boot Room / Utility (6.48m x 1.75m)

Two double glazed windows to the rear aspect, double glazed door opening out to the rear garden, eye and base level units with roll edge work surface incorporating a butler sink, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for an American style fridge freezer, built-in shelving, radiator, inset spotlights, and loft access.

First Floor Landing

Built-in cupboard, further built-in over stairs cupboard, two radiators, and doors to:

Master Suite:

Bedroom (4.83m x 3.58m)

Triple glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, built-in double wardrobe with two single cupboards either side and overhead storage, and opening through to:

Dressing Area

Loft access, inset spotlights, and door through to:

En-Suite Shower Room

Four piece suite comprising fully tiled corner shower cubicle with rainforest showerhead, bidet, low-level WC and hand wash basin; tiled splash backs; heated towel rail; radiator; inset spotlights; and triple glazed window to the side aspect.

Bedroom Two (4.8m x 2.87m)

Triple glazed window to the rear aspect with spectacular far reaching field views, radiator, laminate flooring, and built-in double wardrobe with two single cupboards either side and overhead storage.

Bedroom Three (4.62m x 3.53m)

Triple glazed window to the side aspect and radiator.

Bedroom Four (3.68m x 3.4m)

Triple glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, and feature fireplace.

Family Bathroom

Three piece suite comprising freestanding rolltop bath with telephone style shower attachment, low-level WC and hand wash basin; heated towel rail; half-height tiled walls; extractor fan; inset spotlights; shaver socket; and obscure triple glazed window to the rear aspect with bespoke shutters.

Shower Room

Three piece suite comprising fully tiled shower cubicle with rainforest showerhead, low-level WC and pedestal hand wash basin; heated towel rail; ceramic tiled flooring; inset spotlights; and obscure triple glazed window to the rear aspect.

Outside - Rear

The impressive garden which wraps around the property is a particular selling feature, is predominantly laid to lawn, and partially enclosed by panel fencing with an open aspect to the rear taking advantage of the breathtaking field views. The garden makes an excellent alfresco entertaining space with an extensive patio area which has a brick-built pizza oven, butler sink with water supply, and outside power; there is a summerhouse with raised decked terrace; shed to remain; and detached outbuilding.

Detached Outbuilding

The outbuilding is fully insulated and is currently being used as a gym / hobby / storeroom; there are two rooms which both have power and light connected and are laid to carpet.

Detached Double Garage (6.15m x 5.54m)

There is an electric up and over door with power and light connected, small corridor room with door from main garage which is fully insulated, and an external staircase provides access to the studio over the garage.

Studio (5.54m x 3.38m)

The studio would make a great home office / hobby room and has a double glazed Velux window, power and light connected, and laminate flooring.